C'est tout de même flatteur d'avoir fait tant d'élèves!... 1838

"C'est tout de même flatteur d'avoir fait tant d'élèves!..." is a lithograph by Honoré Daumier, created in 1838, that uses satire to depict the artist's perception of the art world. The work depicts two men, one of whom is a prominent artist, standing in a crowd of admirers, which Daumier has used caricature to render in a satirical light. Daumier was known for his critical and often humorous social commentary, particularly of the French upper classes. This work, characteristic of his style, likely reflects Daumier's own experience as an artist navigating the often-competitive art scene.